Mental Health Friday 2023-06-30 On Mental Health Friday, we post, in alphabetical order, one per week, information on mental health disorders. Mental Health Friday is for informational purposes only, and is in no way meant to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Please do not self diagnose and seek professional help for what […]
Category: Mental Health
The Real Benefits of Meditation – A Report on Meditation and the Effects It Has on Humans
The Real Benefits of Meditation – A Report on Meditation and the Effects It Has on Humans Introduction The practice known as meditation dates back to over five thousand years ago. Being depicted in Indian scriptures discovered many years later, and very popular amongst the Eastern cultures, it was obvious to the Asian […]
What Counseling is to Me: Definitions, Thoughts, and Reflections
What Counseling is to Me: Definitions, Thoughts, and Reflections An Explanation/Definition of Counseling and the Most Essential Characteristics of a Helping Relationship: In 2010 the American Counseling Association adopted the following new working definition of counseling: Counseling is a professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, […]
Unveiling the Depths: Understanding Childhood Depression – Causes, Effects, and Available Treatments
Unveiling the Depths: Understanding Childhood Depression – Causes, Effects, and Available Treatments By Editorial Team Introduction: Childhood depression is a significant mental health concern that affects a substantial number of children worldwide. This comprehensive discussion aims to shed light on the multifaceted aspects of childhood depression, including its causes, effects, and […]
Understanding Eating Disorders: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Approaches
Understanding Eating Disorders: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Approaches By Editorial Team Introduction: Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions characterized by disturbed eating patterns, distorted body image, and an unhealthy relationship with food. This comprehensive discussion will explore the different types of eating disorders, their symptoms, potential causes, and available treatment […]
E-Cigs and Teen Addiction
2023-06-27 E-Cigs Are Still Flooding the US, Addicting Teens With Higher Nicotine Doses Liz Szabo, KFF Health News When the FDA first asserted the authority to regulate e-cigarettes in 2016, many people assumed the agency would quickly get rid of vapes with flavors like cotton candy, gummy bears, and Froot Loops that appeal […]
The Great Sleep Divide
The Great Sleep Divide Sleep deficits are robbing poor people and racial minorities of health and earning power. What can be done? By Katherine Ellison Remember the line from that old folk song? If living were a thing that money could buy You know the rich would live and the poor would die. Sadly, […]
Helping Children Cope with Emergencies
Helping Children Cope with Emergencies Español (Spanish) Regardless of your child’s age, he or she may feel upset or have other strong emotions after an emergency. Some children react right away, while others may show signs of difficulty much later. How a child reacts and the common signs of distress can vary according […]
Better Psychiatric Therapy for Asian Americans
Better therapy for Asian Americans Most of today’s psychotherapies were developed in and for the Western world. Researchers hope that tailoring treatments for this ethnic minority group will improve mental health outcomes. By Diana Kwon Early in her practice as a clinical psychologist, Janie Hong noticed a troubling trend. With her patients’ permission, Hong […]
How Mental Fitness and Strength Training Performance
How Mental Fitness Can Improve Your Strength Training Performance Dickson Okorafor Strength training is not just about building muscle and improving physical endurance. The mental aspect of training plays a crucial role in achieving optimal performance and results. This is where the concept of mental fitness comes into play. Mental fitness refers […]